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GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS

SPECIFICATION
FOR
25 KV SINGLE POLE, DOUBLE POLE,
POLE MOUNTED, OUTDOOR
VACUUM CIRCUIT BREAKER (VCB)
AND
VACUUM INTERRUPTER (BM)
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INDIAN RAILWAY

SPECIFICATION NO. TI jSPC/PSIjLVCBINj0120

(DECEMBER, 2013)
(REVISION -0)

TRACTION INSTALLATION Dr-RECTORATE

RESEARCH DESIGNS & STANDARDS ORGANISATION
MANAK NAGAR, LUCKNOW-226011.

Prepared By Checked By Approved By

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Table of Contents

Clause Description
No.
1.0 Scope
2.0 Governing Standards, Specification
3.0 Duties of Vacuum Circuit Breaker(CB) and Interrupter(BM)
4.0 Technical Specification
5.0 Type and General Condition
6.0 Steel Supporting Frame
7.0 Foundations
8.0 Foot Prints and Foundations
9.0 Pole(Mast) for Pole Mounted Vacuum Circuit Breaker(CB)
and Interrupter(BM)
10.0 Corrosion Prevention System
11.0 Parts, Fittings and Accessories
12.0 Testing
13.0 Deviations
14.0 Drawings/Documents
15.0 Technical Data and Drawings
16.0 Erection, Testing and Commissioning
17.0 Spares
18.0 Training of Indian Railway’s Engineers
19.0 After sales - service
20.0 Packing and Dispatch

Annexures

Annexure-A Schedule of Guaranteed Performance Technical and

other particulars.
Annexure-B Information to be furnished by Manufacturer/Supplier.
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1. SCOPE

1.1. This Specification applies to following, for use in Railway Traction Sub-
Stations / SPs / SSPs, for controlling Power Supply to the 25kV AC 50
Hz single phase Traction Overhead Equipment and 2x25 kV AC 50 Hz
AT Feeding System for Traction Overhead Equipment (OHE):

1.1.1. Outdoor Type Single Pole, Vacuum Circuit Breaker (CB) and
Vacuum Interrupter (BM).
1.1.2. Outdoor Type Double Pole, Vacuum Circuit Breaker (CB) and
Vacuum Interrupter (BM).
1.1.3. Outdoor Type Single Pole, Pole Mounted Vacuum Circuit Breaker
(CB) and Vacuum Interrupter (BM).

1.2. This Specification supersedes the following Specifications:

Sl.No. Specification No Description

(i) ETI / PSI /167 (9/ 97 ) 25 kV, Single Pole, Outdoor
with A&C Slip 1-2 Interrupter

(ii) TI/SPC/PSI/CIRCUIT Outdoor Circuit Breaker

BREAKER/0000 with
A&C Slip 1-5
(iii) TI /SPC / PSI/ 25 kV, Single Pole Outdoor
VACINT /0040 Vacuum Interrupter with
Magnetic Actuated Operating
Mechanism
(iv) TI/PSI/93(5/94) 25 kV, Single Pole SF6 Circuit
Breaker
(v) ETI/PSI/46(9/94) 25 kV, Single Pole Vacuum
Circuit Breaker
(vi) ETI/ PSI/ 131(8/89) 25KV, Double Pole, Outdoor SF6
Circuit Breaker for 2x25 KV AT
Feeding System
(vii) ETI/PSI/132 (8/ 89) 25KV, Double Pole, Outdoor,
Vacuum Interrupter for 2x25 KV
AT Feeding System
(viii) ETI /PSI /139 (12/89)with 25KV,Double Pole, Outdoor SF6
A&C Slip No.1-4 Interrupter for 2x25 KV AT
Feeding System
(ix) ETI / PSI /159 (10 / 94) 25KV, Single Pole, Outdoor Pole 25 KV
Mounted, Vacuum Interrupter

1.3. The Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor shall be complete with all

Parts, Fittings, Vacuum Bottle and accessories necessary for its
efficient operation including mounting, frame work of steel. All such
Parts, Fittings and Accessories shall be deemed to be within the scope
of this Specification, whether specifically mentioned or not. The
Vacuum Circuit Breaker/ Interrupter shall be of proven design. If there
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is any additional change in design, it shall be advised by RDSO as and

when the need arises.

1.4. The Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor shall be erected by the

Purchaser. However, in case a defect / deficiency are noticed, the
manufacturer / successful Tenderer shall have to depute their Engineer
for necessary remedial action without any cost to the Railways. In all
the cases, in which an order is placed either on new Manufacturer or
for a new type/ design of Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor, the
services of Manufacture’s Engineer shall be made available, free of
cost, during the erection and proving / pre-commissioning test for the
first order of their Vacuum Circuit Breaker / Interrupter. For this
purpose, prior intimation regarding the date and the location shall be
intimated by the purchaser to the successful Tenderer / manufacturer.

2. Governing Standards, Specification

2.1. The Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor shall unless otherwise

specified herein, conform to the “following Specifications and Indian
Electricity Rules, wherever applicable, in line with Standard
Engineering Practice, unless specifically brought forth:

Sl.No. IS/IEC/RDSO Description

Specification
(i) IEC: 62271- High Voltage Alternating Current
1(2007)+A1:2011 Circuit Breaker -General
(ii) IEC: 62271-100 High Voltage Alternating Current
(2008)+A1:2012 Circuit Breaker
(iii) IEC 62271-104 Common clauses for High Voltage
(2009) Switchgear and Control Gear
Standards.
(iv) IS: 456(1978) Code of Practice for plain and
reinforced Concrete.
(v) IS: 996(1979) Specification for Single Phase Small
AC and Universal Electric Motors.
(vi) IS: 2099(1973) Specification for Bushing for
Alternating Voltages above 1000V
(vii) IS: 2544(1979) Specification for Porcelain Post
Insulators for System with nominal
voltages greater than 1000 Volts.
(viii) IS: 5561(1978) Specification for Electric Power
Connectors.
(ix) IS: 5621(1980) Specification for Hollow Insulators for
use In Electric Equipment.
(x) IS:13947(Part-V- Specification for Control Switches
2004) (Switching Device Control and
Auxiliary Circuits including contactor
Relay) for Voltages up to and
including 1000 V AC and 1200 DC-
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General requirements and Tests

(xi) IS: 7906(Pt. I-1976) Specification for Helical Extension
Springs
(xii) IS: 7907(Pt. I-1976) Specification for Helical Extension
springs
(xiii) IS: 13118 (1991) Specification for high voltage
Alternating Current Circuit Breakers.

(xiv) IS: 1554(Pt. V-1988)/ Specification for PVC Insulated

IS:694/90 Electric Cables for working voltage
up to including 1100 Volts
(xv) IS: 808(1989) Dimension for Hot Rolled Steel Beam,
Column Channel and Angle Sections.

(xvi) IEC-60529-1989/ Degree of Protection provided by

IS:13947(Part-1) Enclosures for Low Voltage
1993 & latest Switchgear.
(xvii) RDSO Specification For Hot Dip Galvanization.
NO.ETI/OHE/13(4/84)
with A&C Slip No.1to3
(xviii) RDSO Specification For Steel and Stainless Steel Bolts,
No.ETI/OHE/18(4/84) Nuts and Washers
with A&C Slip No.1to4
(xix) RDSO Specification For Epoxy Bases Zinc Phosphate
No. M&C/PCN-102/ Primer(Two Pack)
2009
(xx) RDSO Specification For Polyurethane based Aluminium
No.M&C/PCN-110/ Paint ( three pack)
2006
(xxi) IS 9920 Specification for Alternating Current
Switches above 1000 Volts.
(xxii) IS 2633 (1972) Method of Testing uniformity of Zinc
Coated Articles
(xxiii) AC Traction manual (Issued in 1994)

2.2. Any deviation from this Specification as proposed by the Tenderer to

improve upon the performance, utility and efficiency of the Equipment
shall be given due consideration, provided full particulars of the
deviation along with justification are furnished thereof; subject to
approval of RDSO. In case of any contradiction between the provision
of the Indian Standards/IEC standards and this Specification, the
latter shall prevail.

3. DUTIES OF THE VACUUM CIRCUIT BREAKER AND INTERRUPTER

3.1. DUTIES OF THE VACUUM CIRCUIT BREAKER

3.1.1. The Vacuum Circuit Breaker is used at the following locations in

the 25 kV AC, 50Hz Traction System.
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(i) As 25 kV Transformer VCB on the secondary side of Traction

Power Transformer

(ii) As 25 kV Feeder VCB for controlling Power Supply to Overhead

Equipment through Interrupters

(iii) As 25 kV Shunt Capacitor Bank VCB for controlling Power Supply

to Shunt Capacitor Bank

(iv) For controlling 25 kV Power Supply to major yard or Electric

Loco Sheds

3.1.2. SPECIAL DUTY TO BE PERFORMED BY 25 kV Vacuum Circuit

Breaker

(i) The 25 kV VCB shall be called upon to trip under Short- Circuit
conditions. On an average, the number of fault tripping seen by
the Feeder Vacuum Circuit Breaker per month is about 40, but
in exceptional cases the number of fault trappings per month
may go as high as 120 numbers. The magnitude of short circuit
current to be interrupted is generally in the range of 2 kA to 8
kA. The, VCB shall also be called upon to clear Wrong Phase
Coupling on the OHE when two Sections of the OHE fed by
different Phases from adjacent Traction Sub-Stations are
accidentally shorted.

(ii) The design and construction of the 25 kV VCB shall be such that
it is capable of a cumulative duty nl² (where ‘n’ is the number of
‘C - O’ Operations at a current of l kA rms) of 20,000 kA2 in
service without adjustment/ change of any part/ contacts of
Vacuum Bottle.
Lubrications and tightening of moving parts in the
Operating Mechanism and cleaning of Porcelain Insulators can,
however, be done as per Manufacturer’s recommendations.

(iii) Manufacturer shall supply graphs, in support of suitability of

offered Vacuum Circuit Breaker, to perform above duties at the
tender stage, indicating the cumulative duty which can be
performed by offered Vacuum Circuit Breaker without any
maintenance/ replacement of any components.

(iv) 25 kV VCB is also required to interrupt the line charging and

magnetising current of locomotive transformers without restrike.
Values of line charging current are of the order of 10 A and
values of magnetising current for locomotive/ EMU are likely to
be as under:
(a) Locomotive - 6.38 A
(b) EMU - 6.0 A
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(v) The 25kV VCB are normally operated through Remote Control.
A single shot Auto re-closing scheme shall be provided to
facilitate for re-closing of the VCB automatically, once, within
the preset “dead time” after the tripping of the VCB on an OHE
faults. This feature helps in quick restoration of Power Supply to
the OHE if the fault is of a transient nature. The “Dead Time” is
the periods taken by the Auto re-closure mechanism to close the
VCB after the same has tripped on fault and is set at 0.5
second.

3.2. DUTIES OF VACUUM INTERRUPTER

3.2.1. The Interrupter is used at the following locations in the 25 kV

AC 50 Hz, Traction Systems:-

(i) As Sectioning Interrupter at Sub Sectioning and Paralleling Posts

(SSP)

(ii) As Paralleling Interrupter at Sectioning Post (SP) and Sub

Sectioning and Paralleling Post (SSP)

(iii) As Bridging Interrupter at Sectioning Post (SP) and

(iv) As Feeding Interrupter at Feeding Post (FP)

(v) As Bus Coupler Interrupter at Traction Sub Station (TSS)

(vi) For controlling Power Supply to Major Yards / Loco Sheds

3.2.2. The Interrupter is called up on to perform the following duties: -

(i) Carrying short circuit current.

(ii) Making and Breaking Traction load currents from very low
Capacitive or Inductive Current to Rated Normal Current.

(iii) Carrying normal rated current continuously.

(iv) Carrying short circuit current until the fault is cleared by the
Vacuum Circuit Breaker up- stream.

3.2.3. The Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor would be subjected to

vibrations on account of trains running on nearby Railway
Tracks. The amplitude of these vibrations which occur with
rapidly varying time periods are in the range of 15ms to70ms lie
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in the range of 30 to150 microns at present, with the

instantaneous peak going up to 350 microns.

4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

4.1. The VCB shall be designed for the following rating and other
Particulars:

Sl. Particulars RATED SYSTEM VOLTAGE (kV)

No. Vacuum Circuit Breaker Vacuum Interrupter
25kV 2x25 DP 25kV 25kV 2x25 25kV
SP Single SP kV Pole
Pole DP Mounted
Mounte
d
(i) No. of Poles 1 2 1 1 2 1
(ii) Nominal system 25kV subject to variation from 19kV to 27.5kV
voltage(kV) occasionally touching 30kV
(iii) Rated voltage(kV) --------------------------52 kV----------------------------
(iv) Rated insulation
level
(a)Rated1min wet -----------------------------95 kV(rms)-------------------
power frequency
withstand voltage
(b)Rated impulse ----------------------------250 kV(peak)-----------------
(1.2/50μs)
withstand voltage
(v) Rated frequency ----------------------50Hz ± 3%----------------------

(vi) Rated normal 2000A 1600A/2000A

Current
(vii) Rated short circuit 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA ---------- NA ------------
breaking current
(viii) Rated breaking 550 550 MVA 550
capacity MVA MVA ---------- NA -------------
(symmetrical)

(ix) Out of phase --------5 kA(rms)-------- ----------NA---------------

breaking current
(x) Rated single
capacitor bank --------------150A--------- -----------NA--------------
breaking current -

(xi) Rated line charging

breaking current --------------------------- 10A -----------------------------
-------

(xii) Rated small

inductive breaking -------------------------- 10A --------------------------
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current

(xiii) Rated making ---- 50kA (peak)----- 20 kA 20kA 20 kA

current

(xiv) Rated operating O - 0.3s – CO – 15 sec– CO – 15 sec- CO

sequence CO
(xv) Total beak Time ---Not more than 80ms--- ---Not more than 90ms----
(xvi) Rated short 8 kA 8kA 8 kA for
time current --------20kA for 3 sec----- for 3 for3 3 sec
- sec sec
(xvii) First pole to NA 1.5 NA NA 1.5 for NA
clear factor for 2 2
parameters param
eters
(xviii) Rating of auxiliary switch contacts

(a) Rated voltage ---------------------------- 110 V DC -------------------

-

(b) Rated current

(continuous) ---------------------- 10 Amps ------------------

(c)Rated breaking
current - 2 A at 220V DC with 20 ms circuit time constant --

4.2. CLEARANCES

The design of the Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor shall be such that

when it is erected on the Supporting Structure, the following clearances
/ distance of lowest live part of the Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interrupter
from the ground level or earth is achieved:

Sl. No. Clearance/distance 22/25KV

Minimum height of lowest live part of the

(i) VCB/BM from ground level 3800 mm

From a point where a man may be required

(ii) to stand for operation or for attending the 3000 mm
breaker (sectional clearance).
Minimum height of the bottom most part of
(iii) any insulator from the ground level. 2500 mm

Minimum clearance between live part and

(iv) 500 mm
earth part.
(v) Distance between pole centers for 2 poles 1500 mm
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5. TYPE AND GENERAL CONSTRUCTION

5.1. Design and Construction

5.1.1. Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor shall be such that it is

capable of performing following, in service operations, without
adjustment /change of any part/contacts of Vacuum Bottle.
Lubrication / Adjustments / Tightening of moving parts in the
operating mechanism and cleaning of Porcelain insulators can be
done as per Manufacturer’s recommendation.

No. of operations

Sl.No. Equipment Name

Mechanism Vacuum Bottle

25kV SP / DP /Pole Mounted

1. Vacuum Circuit Breaker/ 10,000 20,000
Interruptor with spring spring
operating mechanism.
25kV SP / DP /Pole Mounted
2. Vacuum Circuit Breaker/ 20,000 20,000
Interruptor with magnetic
Actuated Operating Mechanism.

5.1.2. The Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor shall be of outdoor type

suitable for mounting on steel structure /Pole. The 25 kV
Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor shall be of Single Pole or
Double Pole identical to single pole unit operated through
common / two operating mechanisms suitably connected for
instep operation. The Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor shall
comprise of

(i) The pole (Interrupting chamber and Hollow Insulators)

(ii) Operating mechanism (cubicle / cubicles) and
(iii) Mounting Steel Frame suitable for mounting on Foundation/Pole

5.2. THE POLE (INTERRUPTING CHAMBER AND HOLLOW INSULATORS)

(a) INTERRUPTING CHAMBER

The operating mechanism (spring-spring or magnetic actuator ), the

pole assembly and supporting structure of Vacuum Circuit
Breaker/Interrupter shall preferably be separate and erected in
sequence and can be capable of being packed and handled individually
and erected in sequence or in single unit. The pole shall comprise the
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interrupting chamber and the hollow insulator. The interrupting

chamber shall consist of Vacuum Bottle contained in porcelain hollow
insulator. The Vacuum Bottle shall comprise a vessel sealed for life
time with insulating side walls and metal ends containing the fixed and
moving contacts. The movement of the moving contact in the vacuum
enclosure shall be guided by means of metal bellows. Suitable metallic
shields shall be provided for preventing heat and metal vapor from
arcing zone affecting the insulating envelope. These shields will also
control the electric field when contacts are open and voltage is
appearing across the Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interrupter contacts.
This will mask high internal stress points and produce an almost linear
axial grading of the external insulating surfaces. A shield shall also be
provided to protect the bellows. The design and construction of
Vacuum Bottle of the Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interrupter shall be such
that the current chopping level is kept to the minimum and shall not
produce any appreciable switching over voltages.

(b) HOLLOW INSULATOR

The Porcelain/Composite Hollow Insulators, used as the support
insulators and interrupting chamber insulator for the Vacuum Circuit
Breaker/Interrupter, shall be outdoor type conforming to IS: 5621:
1980. The Hollow Insulator shall be of single piece construction i.e.
there shall be no joint. The shed profile shall have a lip at the extremity
but free from ribs on the underside so as to avoid accumulation of dust
and pollutants and permit easy cleaning. These insulators shall be
procured from reputed sources only. The Test Certificate of theses shall
be verified during Prototype Testing. Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interrupter
manufacturer shall declare make of the Hollow Insulator used in QAP
and SOGP (to be approved by RDSO). Both the hollow insulators for the
support and interrupting chamber shall have a minimum creepage
distance of 1300 mm.

(c) TERMINAL CONNECTORS

The Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor shall have Aluminum Terminal
Pads and shall be Supplied with the flexible Terminal connectors, as per
RDSO Drawing No.ETI/PSI/11060 Mod ‘E’ and ETI/PSI/P/6570 Mod ‘F’
, suitable for connection to 80 mm/ 50 mm / 36 mm outside diameter
Aluminum Tubular Bus Bar for 25kV Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interrupter
respectively.

(d) The Connectors shall conform to IS:5561-1978 / RDSO approved

Design shall be such, so as to be connected to the equipment Terminal
Pads, with minimum four 12 mm diameter Bolts, Nuts,Lock-Nuts of
stainless steel conforming to IS:1570(Pt.V)- 1978 grade 04Cr,17Ni and
Mo2.Each of these bolts shall have two flat washers.
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(e) CONTACTS FOR BOTH VACUUM CIRCUIT BREAKER / INTERRUPTER

(i) MAIN CONTACTS

The main, fixed and moving contacts of the Vacuum Circuit
Breaker/Interrupter shall have ample cross-section and contact
pressure for carrying the rated current and short time current
without excessive temperature rise, pitting and welding. Internal
arcing contacts of Vacuum Bottle shall be made of suitable
material.
Suitable means for checking the contact wear condition shall be
provided.

(ii) AUXILIARY SWITCH CONTACTS

Apart from the Auxiliary Switch, contacts required exclusively by
the manufacturer for the functioning of the Vacuum Circuit
Breaker/Interruptor. At least 6 pairs of normally open (NO)
contacts and 6 pairs of normally closed (NC) contacts shall be
provided additionally for the exclusive use of the purchaser. The
Auxiliary contacts, which are operated in conjunction with the main
contacts, shall be positively driven in both the directions.

5.3. OPERATING MECHANISM CUBICLE / CUBICLES

(a) SPRING-SPRING TYPE OPERATING MECHANISM

(i) The Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor shall be operated by a

motor charged by spring’s stored energy. Both opening and closing
operations shall be done by the stored energy of spring (s). The
motor shall be so rated that the time required for fully charging
the closing spring is not more than 15 seconds. The closing action
of the Vacuum Circuit Breaker shall charge the opening spring so
that the Vacuum Circuit Breaker is ready for opening, at any time
thereafter. The spring shall be of robust design, using tested steel
as per IS: 7906-Pt. I-1976 or IS: 7907-Pt.I-1976. The ends of the
compression springs, if used, shall be flattened to enable proper
fixing and shall minimise the possibility of misalignment.

(ii) The motor for spring charging shall be suitable for operation on
110V DC power from a Battery. The voltage at motor terminal is
likely to vary between 110% and 85% of the normal value. The
Carbon brushes, shall have copper pigtails for carrying motor
current. A miniature Circuit Breaker / HRC Fuses, of adequate
ratings and of reputed make, shall be provided in the motor circuit
for protection of the motor against over current and earth faults.
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(b) MAGNETIC ACTUATOR BASED OPERATING MECHANISM

The Magnetic Actuator mechanism shall be provided with two well

designed magnetic coils /solenoids; one for closing and other for the
tripping operations. The latching of mechanism in its two end positions
shall be ensured by specially designed, permanent magnets, designed
to operate with minimum hysteresis loss. The Tenderer shall indicate
the maximum service temperature i.e., the maximum temperature to
which the magnet may be exposed with no significant long range
instability or structural changes and Curie temperature i.e., the
transition temperature above which material losses its magnetic
properties. The temperature rise expected to be attained by the
magnets during service shall be indicated by the Tenderer. Supplier’s
catalogs / test certificate for this have to be furnished.
The Vacuum Circuit Breaker shall be provided with
arrangements for trip and close circuits to be compatible with either
110 Volt DC potential or potential free contacts from Control and Relay
Panel. This feature shall enable use of this Vacuum Circuit
Breaker/Interruptor in place of existing Vacuum Circuit
Breaker/Interruptor, where potential free contacts do not exists.

(c) The operating mechanism shall be designed so that the Vacuum

Circuit Breaker/Interruptor can be operated from the operating
mechanism cubicle itself as well as remotely from the Control Panel of
the Traction Sub-station and also from the Remote Control Centre
(RCC), which is situated away from the Vacuum Circuit
Breaker/Interruptor.
For this purpose ‘LOCAL/REMOTE’ two way Selector switch shall
be provided in the operating mechanism cubicle. When the switch is in
the ‘LOCAL’ position, the Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interrupter can be
operated locally and when it is in the ‘REMOTE’ position the Vacuum
Circuit Breaker/Interruptor can be operated from the Control Panel or
from the Remote Control Centre. The Selector switch shall be shall be
spring loaded for snap action and stay put type so that it stays to the
‘LOCAL’ or 'REMOTE’ position.
For closing and opening the Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interrupter
from the Operating Mechanism cubicle itself, the Switch shall be of the
Push Button type or Knob type.

(d) The operating mechanism shall also be provided with a suitable

emergency device to manually open the Vacuum Circuit
Breaker/Interruptor in the failure of any part of DC control circuit
including the opening coil in the operating Mechanism.

(e) The operating mechanism shall also be provided with a suitable device
to close the Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interrupter in spring-spring
operating mechanism manually. In addition, a detachable handle/
crank shall be provided for manual charging the closing spring. The
height from ground/ platform level at which the handle/ crank is to
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be inserted in the operating mechanism shall be between 1500 mm

and 2000 mm so as to enable its operation conveniently by the
operator standing on the round/Platform. The height of other devices
like interlock, ON-OF switches, selector switches etc. to be operated
from ground/ Platform. Platform shall also be at a height between
1500 mm and 2000 mm.

(f) In addition to the manually operated local mechanical opening and

Closing devices as indicated in clause d & e above, provision shall also
be made by means of a suitable crank or handle for slow closing and
slow opening of the Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor in spring-
spring operating mechanism for Maintenance purposes.

(g) The closing coil and opening coil in the operating mechanism shall be
suitable for operation from 110V dc power supply from a battery. The
closing coil shall be suitable for operating at a Voltage variation of
+10% to -15%, while the opening coil shall be suitable for operating
at a voltage variation of +10% to -30%.

(h)The VCB shall be fitted with an electrical anti-pumping device, to give

priority to tripping command in case of a persisting closing Command
being simultaneously present.

(i)Facility for trip circuit supervision shall be provided in Control Panel of

TSS with indication to Remote location (RCC) in Vacuum Circuit
Breaker.

(j) An operation counter having minimum five digit recording mechanism

for the number of tripping operation shall be provided at a suitable
place so as to be conveniently read by the operator standing on the
Ground. The operation counter shall be of lock type and shall not have
reset.

(k) Mechanical indicators clearly visible from ground shall be provided for
‘CLOSED’ and ‘OPEN’ conditions of the Vacuum Circuit Breaker /
Interrupter.

(l)All working parts of the operating mechanism shall be of Corrosion

Resisting Material. Bearings, if any, shall be sealed type. Bearing
pins, bolts, nuts and other parts shall be adequately locked to prevent
loosening.

(m) In case operation of closing device when Vacuum Circuit Breaker

is already in “CLOSED” Condition shall not cause damage to any
part of the Vacuum Circuit Breaker or endanger the Operator standing
near the Vacuum Circuit Breaker. The Average Power requirement for
Tripping coil / Closing coil in Spring-Spring Mechanism shall not
exceed 200 W and Power Requirement at any time including Spring
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Charging / Capacitor Charging in spring – spring / Magnetic Actuator

Mechanism shall not exceed 1000 W.

(n)In the event of 110V battery supply voltage dropping below 85V ± 3
Volts which is the minimum voltage prescribed for operation of
Tripping coil to trip the Vacuum Circuit Breaker, the Vacuum Circuit
Breaker should Trip automatically by means of a suitable arrangement
like Capacitive Trip Device(CTD).

(o) Shock absorbers used (if any) shall not require any maintenance
during the entire life of the Vacuum Circuit Breaker / Interrupter
.
(p) The operating mechanism and associated accessories shall be
enclosed in weather proof, dust proof and vermin proof cabinet or
cubicle. The cubicle made of at least 2 mm thick sheet steel (of tested
quality) with provision for pad locking. Alternatively minimum 3 mm
for load bearing members and bottom, 2 mm for top and 1.6 mm for
side covers. The cubicle shall be tested for dust and water proofing as
per IP55 and as per IEC: 60529-1989/IS: 13947(Part-1)1993 or
latest from any national laboratory.

(q) Suitable heaters(s) shall be provided in operating mechanism cubicle

to operate at 240V ac, 50Hz single phase supply to prevent
condensation of moisture during monsoon/ winter. A 240V ac, 5A, 3
pin socket outlet for an inspection lamp shall also be provided.
Miniature Circuit Breaker/ Switch with thermostat of reputed make
and of adequate rating shall be used for protection of heater circuit
for overload and earth fault.

(r) The entry of all cables into the operating mechanism cubicle shall be
only through suitable cable glands which shall not allow ingress of
vermin etc. into the cubicle. The cable glands shall be supplied with
the Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interrupter. Five cable glands shall be
provided of which three shall be of 16.5 mm outside diameter while
the Balance two glands shall be for cable of 14 mm outside diameter.

(s) The wiring inside the operating mechanism cubicle shall be with 1100
V grade PVC insulated single core / multistrand cable conforming to
IS: 1554 (Pt. I- 1988) or IS 694 (2010), with stranded copper
conductors of adequate cross-section (with min 2.5 sq.mm strand
copper) so proportioned as to reduce voltage drop and I²R losses to
minimum. Wiring for electronic controller & proximity switches shall
be of 660V grade insulation with stranded copper conductor with at
least 0.5 sq. mm cross section. The ends of wires shall be terminated
with crimped eye type lugs or without crimping in self-locking spring
loaded terminal blocks. The wiring of 110V dc control circuit and 240V
ac circuit shall be segregated and properly identified. The positive and
negative wires of dc circuits shall also be segregated. The length of
the cables used shall be kept to the minimum. Wire inside the cubicle
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shall be properly laid on trays or anchored to avoid breakage during

vibration.

(t) The terminal end of all wires shall be provided with numbered
interlock type Ferrules which shall be of PVC or other durable material
with marking (numbers) either engraved or punched so as to be
indelible. The ferrules shall be of white/yellow color with lettering
thereon black. All wiring shall be properly supported and suitably
protected to avoid rubbing against any Metallic part.

(u)Terminal blocks of standard type shall be provided in the operating

mechanism. There shall be insulating barriers between adjacent
terminals. The terminals shall be stud type with spring washers/self-
locking spring loaded type. Suitable dust proof shrouds of
unbreakable transparent material shall be provided on each stud type
terminal block. The terminal blocks used for DC and AC circuits shall
be clearly distinguished and separated from each other. Similarly
positive and negative Terminations of the wiring of the dc circuit shall
be segregated and Separated by insulating barriers.

(v) For earthling of the operating mechanism cubicle, two earthing

terminals of adequate capacity to carry the rated short circuit current
shall be provided with 17.5 +0.5/-00 mm diameter stud/hole for
fixing the Earthling Flat.

6. STEEL SUPPORTING FRAME

6.1. The steel supporting frame for Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor

shall be designed with a factor of safety not less than 2.5 with respect
to the yield point under conditions of maximum loading for a basic
wind pressure of 200 kg/m² on 1.5 times the projected area of each
member of one face and taking into account to IS: 808 (1989) and
test certificate shall be furnished to RDSO. The required fixing distance
for steel supporting frame on the foundation is tabulated below:

Type of Breaker Type of Structure Dimension

Single Pole Single Vertical 650 x 725 mm
Double Pole Double Vertical 650 x 725 mm
Double Pole Single Vertical 300 x 300 mm

In any case, design shall require prior approval of RDSO.

6.2. Typical design calculations for the steel supporting frame shall be
furnished by the manufacturer to the RDSO during design approval
stage for checking the safety of the supporting frame proposed to be
used.

6.3. For earthing at least 2 legs of the steel supporting frame shall be
provided with stud/hole type earthing terminals of adequate capacity
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to carry the rated short circuit current safely. The earthing shall be
provided with 50 x 8 mm MS flat. The terminal shall be provided with
17.5 +0.5mm diameter stud/hole for fixing the earthling flat.

7. FOUNDATIONS

Gravity foundation of plain mass concrete to M10 mix as per IS: 456
(2000) shall be designed considering the normal impact loading in
opening/closing operations. The basic wind pressure shall be taken as
200 kgf/m². Two alternative design of foundations, one for a normal
soil of bearing capacity 5500 kgf/m² and other for black-cotton soil of
bearing capacity 16500 kgf/m² shall be furnished by the manufacturer.
The foundation block design shall give complete details of its size and
size of pockets provided for grouting the fixing bolts. Detailed design
calculation for proposed foundation shall be submitted to DG (TI)
RDSO for scrutiny and approval.

8. FOOT PRINTS AND FOUNDATION

The dimension of steel frame has to match with the sketch no.
TI/DRG/PSI/25KVCIRCUIT BREAKERINT/COMFDN/00365/Rev.0.This is
to facilitate common foundation and interchangeability of interrupters
of different makes.

9. POLE (MAST) FOR POLE MOUNTED CIRCUIT BREAKER/INTERRUPTER

9.1. The pole (mast) for mounting the Interrupter shall be either steel Mast
or a round tapered prestressed spun concrete mast. The detail of pole
(mast) for mounting the Interrupter shall be supplied by the
purchaser. Mounting Brackets of the Pole Mounted Vacuum Circuit
Breaker/Interrupter shall form the part of in the scope of supply of
Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interrupter. Bracket shall be suitable for
mounting on the Mast.

9.2. Typical design calculations shall be furnished by the manufacturer for

checking the safety of the pole (mast) proposed to be used. The
design calculation for steel mast shall be based on a factor of safety of
not less that 1.67 with respect to the yield point under conditions of
maximum loading allowing for a basic wind pressure of 200kgf/m 2 on
1.5 times the projected area of each member of one face and taking
into account the dead and impact loads of Interrupter/Vacuum Circuit
Breaker.

10. CORROSION PREVENTION SYSTEM

10.1. GALVANIZING

The operating mechanism cubicle and steel supporting frame shall be

hot dip galvanized in accordance with RDSO Specification
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No.ETI/OHE/13(4/84) with A&C Slip No.1 to 3 and the weight of zinc

coating shall not be less that 1000 gm/m².

10.2. PAINTING

If the successful tenderer/manufacturer is not able to hot dip Galvanize

the operating mechanism cubicle and the steel supporting Frame as per
Clause 10.1, it shall be painted conforming to RDSO’s Specification No.
M&C/PCN/ 110/2006 for polyurethane based aluminum paint (three
packs) and Specification no. M&C/PCN/102/2009 for epoxy based zinc
phosphate primer (two packs).

10.3. FASTENERS

All fasteners of 12 mm diameter and less exposed to atmosphere shall

be of stainless steel and those above 12 mm diameter shall be of
preferably stainless steel or of mild steel hot dip galvanized, to RDSO’s
Specification No. ETI/OHE/18(4/84) With A&C Slip No.1 to 4.

11. PARTS, FITTINGS AND ACCESSORIES

11.1. The following parts, fittings and accessories shall be provided for each
Circuit Breaker/Interrupter:

(i) Contacts wear indication as per Clause No. 5.3 (d).

(ii) Operating mechanism cubicle door padlocking arrangement with

padlock.

(iii) Local operated mechanical opening and closing device for spring-
spring operating mechanism.

(iv) Local/Remote Selector Switch as per Clause No. 5.3(c).

(v) Local operated electrical closing and opening device

(push or knob).

(vi) Operation counter.

(vii) Interlocking device (as required)

(viii) Terminal connectors.

(ix) Earthing terminals

(x) Name/ rating plate.

(xi) Mechanical ‘ON’ and ‘OFF’ position indicators.

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(xii) Handle/crank for closing and opening of Vacuum Circuit

Breaker/Interruptor for spring-spring operating mechanism.
.
(xiii) Supporting frame work.

(xiv) Tripping device in case of 85 V + 3 V, DC failure (CTD) for

Vacuum Circuit Breaker

(xv) Anti-pumping device.

(xvi) Foundation Bolts.

(xvii) Handle/crank for charging the closing spring manually for spring-
spring operating mechanism.

11.2. Each Vacuum Circuit Breaker/ Interrupter shall be provided with rating
plates (Hindi /English) of weather proof material fitted in a visible
position showing the items Indicated below. The letters/numbers on
the plate shall be indelibly marked by etching/engraving.

(i) Manufacturer’s name and country of origin.

(ii) Type designation and no. of pole.

(iii) Serial number

(iv) Rated voltage

(v) Rated normal current

(vi) Rated frequency

(vii) Rated short circuit breaking current.

(viii) Rated short circuit peak making current

(ix) Rated single capacitor bank breaking current

(x) Rated out of phase breaking current.

(xi) Rated short time withstand current and its duration.

(xii) Rated insulation level.

(xiii) Rated operating sequence.

(xiv) Control circuit voltage with permissible variation for

(a) Closing coil
(b) Opening coil
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(c) Motor voltage

(xv) Total weight of Circuit Breaker/Interrupter

(xvi) Specification conforming to

(xvii) Vacuum level in Torr

(xviii) Order reference

(xix) Month/Year of manufacture

12. TESTING

12.1. GENERAL

12.1.1. BEFORE MANUFACTURE OF PROTOTYPE

The successful Tenderer has to offer drawing & design for

approval of RDSO including QAP, SOGP, and Design Calculations
as required and mentioned in relevant Clauses of Specification.
Only after all submitted documents have been approved
and clearance given to this effect by RDSO, the manufacturer
shall take up manufacture of the prototype for inspection/testing
by RDSO. It is to be clearly understood that any changes to be
done on the prototype as required by RDSO, the same shall be
done expeditiously.

12.1.2. PROCEDURE FOR OFFERING PROTOTYPE

Prior to giving a call to the Purchaser/Director General Traction

Installations, Research Designs and Standards Organization,
Lucknow(DG/TI/RDSO, Lucknow) for inspection and testing of
the prototype, the successful Tenderer/manufacturer shall
submit a detailed test protocol consisting of list of tests, test
procedures with schematic circuit diagrams items/ parameters
to be checked and values required as per Specification for each
of the tests and the number of days required to complete all the
tests at one stretch.
The schedule shall also indicate the venue of each of the
test. Once the schedule is approved, the test shall invariably be
done accordingly.
However, during the process of type testing or even later,
the Purchaser/DG/TI/RDSO, Lucknow reserves the right to
conduct any additional test(s), besides those specified herein,
on any equipment so as to test the equipment/ item to his
satisfaction or for gaining additional information and knowledge.
In case any dispute or disagreement arises between the
successful Tenderer/manufacturer and the representative of
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Purchaser/ DG /TI/ RDSO , Lucknow during the process of

testing as regards the procedure for type tests and for the
interpretation and acceptability of the results of type tests. It
shall be brought to the notice of the DG/TI/ RDSO, Lucknow
whose decision shall be final and binding. Only after the
prototype of the equipment is manufactured and ready in all
respects, shall the successful Tenderer/manufacturer give the
actual call for the inspection and testing with at least 15 days’
notice for the purpose.

12.1.3. In the event of the test not being carried through to completion
at one stretch for any reason attributable to the successful
Tenderer /manufacturer and it is required for the representative
of the Purchaser /DG/TI/ RDSO to go again or more numbers of
times to the works of the successful Tenderer/manufacturer or
to any reputed testing house/laboratory where tests are being
done for continuing and/ or completing the tests on the
prototype(s) of the equipment, the successful
Tenderer/manufacturer shall reimburse to the Purchaser
/DG/TI/ RDSO the cost for the representative(s) having to visit
the works or other place(s) for the tests more than once. The
cost as claimed by the Purchaser /DG/TI/ RDSO ,Lucknow shall
be paid thorough a Demand Draft to the concerned Accounts
Officer of the Purchaser/ Purchaser /DG/TI/ RDSO, Lucknow as
shall be advised to the successful Tenderer/manufacturer.

12.1.4. The tests shall be conducted on the prototype of the Vacuum

Circuit Breaker/ Interruptor at the works of the successful
Tenderer/ manufacturer or at any reputed testing laboratory in
the presence of Purchaser /DG/TI/ RDSO, Lucknow or his
authorized representative. The prototype shall be complete in all
respects, including the terminal connectors as would be supplied
if it had passed the tests. The tests shall be conducted as per
relevant governing Specification and as modified or amplified
herein. In case of test being conducted at government test
laboratory, the presence of Purchaser’s representative for
witnessing the test may be waived off subject to the discretion
of the Purchaser /DG/TI/ RDSO, Lucknow.

12.1.5. For the tests which are conducted in the laboratories of Central
Power Research Institute, Bhopal/Bangalore, Electrical Research
Development Association, Vadodara or any such testing house
or laboratory a clear certificate to the effect that the equipment
has passed the tests as per the Specification shall be obtained
by the manufacturer and submitted to the Purchaser/DG
(TI)/RDSO, Lucknow. Full details of the tests and the test
parameters shall be furnished along with the test reports.
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12.2. Type Tests

12.2.1. The type tests comprises of:

Sl.No. Description of Test Refer in

i. Mechanical operation test with Vacuum Bottle Clause
12.2.2
ii. Mechanical Endurance Test of Operating Clause
Mechanism (Magnetic Actuator) without 12.2.2.4
Vacuum Bottle
iii. Temperature rise tests Clause
12.2.3
iv. Dielectric tests Clause
12.2.4
(a)Rated lightning impulse voltage withstand Clause
test 12.2.4.1

(b) Rated one minute power frequency wet Clause

withstand voltage test 12.2.4.2

v. Rated short circuit making and breaking Clause

capacity test (basic short circuit test duties) 12.2.5
for Vacuum Circuit Breaker
vi. Making and breaking test for Interrupter Clause
12.2.6
(a) Test Duty 1- Making and breaking test at
100 % of mainly active load.

(b) Test Duty 2- Closed loop make break test

(c) Test Duty 2a- Transmission circuit closed

loop make break operation test.

(d) Test Duty 2b-Parallel transformer circuit

makes break operation test.

(e) Test Duty 3- Making and breaking test at

5% of mainly active load

(f) Test Duty 4b-Line charging make break

operation test

(g) Test Duty 6- Short circuit making

current.
vii. Rated short time withstand current & peak Clause
withstand current test for Vacuum Circuit 12.2.9
Breaker and Interrupter
viii. Line charging breaking current test for Clause
Vacuum Circuit Breaker 12.2.10
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ix. Test to prove the rated transient recovery Clause

voltage (TRV) and rate of rise of recovery 12.2.11
Voltage (RRRV)
x. Out of phase making and breaking test for Clause
Vacuum Circuit Breaker 12.2.12
xi. Capacitor current switching test for Vacuum Clause
Circuit Breaker 12.2.13
xii. Special electrical test – applicable for 25kV Clause
Vacuum Circuit Breaker only 12.2.14
xiii. Selected EMC(Electro Magnetic Compatibility) Clause
preliminary tests as per IEC 61000 and IEC 12.2.17
60694-1996 / latest for Magnetic Actuated
Vacuum Circuit Breaker and Interrupter
(a) EM radiated field immunity test.
(b) Fast transient immunity test.
(c) Surge immunity test.
(d) Radio frequency conducted immunity
test.
(e) HF disturbances: damped oscillatory
wave 1 MHz-100 kHz immunity Test.
(g) Radiated emission test.

12.2.2. Mechanical Operation test with Vacuum Bottle.

12.2.2.1. The test shall be conducted in accordance with clause 6.101 of

IEC 62271-100 but the number of operations shall be 10,000
in case of 25kV Vacuum Circuit Breaker/ Interrupter instead of
2000 specified therein for 25 kV VCB/BM with spring – Spring
Mechanism and 20,000 for Vacuum Circuit Breaker/
Interrupter with Magnetic Actuator Mechanism. For this
purpose, Vacuum Circuit Breaker/ Interrupter shall be tested
in accordance with Table XII of IEC 62271- 100 However, the
sequence shall be repeated 5 times to complete 10,000
operations in case of 25kV Vacuum Circuit Breaker/
Interruptor with spring – spring mechanism and 10 times to
complete 20,000 operations for Vacuum Circuit Breaker/
Interrupter with Magnetic Actuator Mechanism.

Following checks/ tests shall be done before the

commencement of Mechanical operation test.

(i) General visual inspection of the equipment to check its

conformity with the approved drawings.

(ii) Operation of various circuits and devices of the

Vacuum Circuit Breaker

(iii) Measurement of dimensions of components liable to

wear, dimension of opening, closing and wipe springs,
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lift of tripping and closing coil plunger, and clearances

of opening and closing coil armatures.

(iv) Measurement of insulation resistance of auxiliary

and motor circuits with 500V insulation resistance tester.

(v) Measurement of contact resistance of main circuit by

dc voltage drop.

(vi) Mechanical operation comprising 5 closing and 5

opening operations at the specified, normal, minimum
and maximum control voltages.

(vii) Closing and opening travel characteristics of

contacts to record the Following at the specified, normal,
minimum and maximum control Voltages.

 Opening speed ( Opening Velocity ) & time

 Closing speed ( Closing Velocity ) & time
 Contact bounce &
 Contact travel
12.2.2.2. The measurement of items (v) & (vii) above shall be repeated
after every 5000 operations for 25kV Vacuum Circuit Breaker/
Interruptor and observations made/ results obtained shall be
evaluated by comparing with the figures and the tolerances
given by the successful Tenderer/manufacturer in the SOGP.

12.2.2.3. After completion of 10,000 operations in case of 25kV Vacuum

Circuit Breaker/Interruptor with spring – spring and 20,000 for
magnetic Vacuum Circuit Breaker/ Interruptor before
dismantling the Vacuum Circuit Breaker/ Interruptor for
internal inspection, the following checks/tests shall be
performed.

(i) Dielectric tests on control and auxiliary circuit (110Vdc)

by applying 2kV (rms) fo1 min. after disconnecting the
motor.

(ii) Spring charging motor shall be tested at 1kV (rms) for 1

min.

(iii) Power frequency dry withstand voltage test on complete

Vacuum Circuit Breaker/ Interrupter for 1 minute.

(iv) Temperature rise test on opening and closing coils as per

clause 12.2.3.2.
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(v) Closing and Opening Travel characteristics of contacts to

record the Following at the specified normal , minimum
and maximum control voltages

 Opening speed ( Opening Velocity )& time

 Closing speed ( Closing Velocity ) & time
 Contact bounce &
 Contact travel

The above parameters shall be within the specified limits

declared by the manufacturer in SOGP.

12.2.2.4. Mechanical Endurance of Operating Mechanism without

Vacuum Bottle (for Magnetic Actuator Operating Mechanism
Only)

(i) Mechanical endurance for operating mechanism without

Vacuum Bottle shall be tested for 1, 00,000 operation
for Vacuum Circuit Breaker/ Interrupter with Magnetic
Actuator Mechanism.
(ii) The test shall be performed on the prototype unit in
accordance with IEC 62271-100, clause 6.101.1.2
(component tests) & as per 6.101.2.4 (extended
mechanical endurance tests) for special service
requirements. At the beginning of the design test, the
characteristics of the magnetic actuator shall be
established as the reference characteristics for the
actuator. The purpose of this reference is to characterize
the behavior of the magnetic actuator. The following
characteristics shall be measured and recorded before
and after the tests:

(a) Resistance of the coils (Both closing & opening coils

in the case of double coil magnetic actuators)
(b) Ambient temperature at the time of measurement
of resistance of the coil.
(c) Insulation level of the coils, i.e., 2kV (rms)
frequency voltage applied on to the coils across the
body of the actuator.

(iii) Since the parts of auxiliary and control equipment’s which

have been manufactured in accordance with relevant
standard and also test along with the operating
mechanisms of conformance to these standards, the
proper functions of such parts in connection with the
functions of the other parts of the magnetic actuator need
not be verified separately.
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(iv) Condition of the magnetic actuator during and after the

tests during and after the tests, the actuator shall be in
such a condition that it is capable of operating at the
rated voltage as per clause 4.0 of the Specification. In
general, these requirements are fulfilled, if

(a) During the test, the actuator operates on command

and does not operate without command.

(b) After the test, all parts do not show undue wear.

(c) During and after the tests, any distortion of the

mechanical part is not such that it adversely affects
the operation of the actuator.

(d) After the tests, the insulating properties of the

actuator coils shall be in essentially in same
condition as before the tests. Visual inspection of
the actuator after the test is usually sufficient for
verification of the insulating properties

(v) Procedure

The mechanical operation tests on magnetic actuator

shall be made at the ambient air temperature of the test
location. The ambient temperature should be recorded in
the test reports. Auxiliary equipments, forming parts of
the operating devices are being tested with the
equipment, shall be included as a part of evaluation for
this test. The actuator for the test shall be mounted on its
own support. Any springs mounting arrangement required
to simulate the tripping condition of the breaker shall be
made part of the mounting arrangement.
The mechanical operation test shall consist of 100000
operating sequence

Operating sequence: “C – ta – O - ta”

Supply voltage / operating No. of operating sequence

pressure
Minimum 10000
Rated 90000

“O”= Opening, “C” = Closing

ta= Time between two operation which is necessary to re store the
initial condition and /or to prevent undue heating of parts of the
actuator(this time can be different according to the type of
operation and shall not exceed 15 second).
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Between the test series specified, some maintenance such as

lubrication and mechanical adjustment, is allowed, and shall be
performed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Change of parts is not permitted.

The programme of maintenance during the tests shall be defined

by the manufacturer before the tests and recorded in the test
report.

12.2.3. Temperature rise test for Vacuum Circuit Breaker / Interruptor

12.2.3.1. On main contact

(a) The temperature rise test on the main circuit (contacts)

and terminal connectors of shall be carried out IEC
62271-1(2007) or latest. Contact resistance of the main
circuit shall be determined by dc voltage drop and
recorded before and after this test.

(b) Procedure
Unless otherwise specified, temperature rise on the main
circuit shall be made on a new Vacuum Circuit Breaker/
Interruptor in closed position with clean contacts. The test
shall be mad with rated normal current. The test shall be
done in indoor environment substantially free from air
currents, except those generated by heat from the
Vacuum Circuit Breaker being tested. Temporary
connections to the Vacuum Circuit Breaker terminals shall
be such that no significant amount of heat is conducted
away from, or conveyed to the Vacuum Circuit Breaker/
Interruptor during the test. The temperature rise at the
terminal of main circuit and the temporary connections at
a distance of 1m from the terminal shall be measured.
The difference of temperature rise shall not exceed 5˚C.
The type and sizes of temporary connections shall be
recorded in the test report.

(c) The maximum temperature rise of contacts, terminals for

Connection to external conductors by bolts, material
used as Insulation and metal parts in contact with
insulation shall not exceed the values given in Table 3 of
IEC 62271-1(2007) +A1:2011 or latest when carrying
Rated Normal current continuously. These values shall be
Conforming to IEC 62271-1(2007) +A1:2011 or latest.

(d) In case a layer of coating of silver over the contact area is

not maintained at the end of any tests the contacts shall
be regarded as bare for the purpose of temperature rise
limits.
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12.2.3.2. On Auxiliary equipment (Closing & Opening coils)

(a) The temperature rise test on the coils shall be carried out
as per IEC 62271-1(2007) or latest.

(b) Procedure
The temperature rise on auxiliary equipment (Closing
and Opening coils) shall be made by the method of
measuring Variation of resistance before and after
energisation at 110V dc. For this purpose the coil(s) shall
be energized 10 times for 1 second, the interval between
the instant of each energizing being 2 second. The
resistance of the coil shall be measured immediately
before and after such energisation. The value of
Temperature rise, over the ambient shall be computed.

(c) The maximum temperature rise shall be as per IEC:

62271-1(2007) or latest considering the insulating
material of the Coil. The temperature rise shall not
exceed the value as Guaranteed by the manufacturer in
SOGP.

12.2.4. Dielectric tests Vacuum Circuit Breaker/ Interruptor

Dielectric tests shall be carried out generally as per IEC 62271-

1(2007) or latest. Humidity and air density Correction factor if
less than 1.0 shall not be applied.

12.2.4.1. Rated Impulse withstand voltage test

The Vacuum Circuit Breaker/ Interruptor shall withstand its

rated impulse voltage 250 kV (peak) of 1.2/50μs wave shape.

12.2.4.2. Rated one minute wet power frequency voltage withstand test
for Vacuum Circuit Breaker/ Interruptor. The Vacuum Circuit
Breaker/ Interruptor shall withstand rated one minute wet
power Frequency withstand voltage of 95 kV.

12.2.5. Basic short circuit test duties for Vacuum Circuit Breaker

The basic short circuit test duties 1 to 5 shall being accordance

as per IEC – 62271-100 or latest. The Power Frequency
Recovery Voltage shall be as per IEC -62271-100 or latest.

12.2.6. Making and breaking test for Vacuum Interrupter

These tests shall be conducted in accordance with IEC-62271-

104 -1(2009) or latest as Modified or amplified here. The test
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set up shall be for single phase System with earthed neutral.

Only the following test duties shall be performed in any
convenient order without any adjustment or Change of part of
lubrication or re-conditioning of the interrupter.

12.2.6.1. Making and breaking test at 100% mainly active load (Test
duty No.1.0)

Five hundred make-break operations shall be conducted at

800A/1600A/2000A (rms) at a test voltage of not less than
27.5 kV.The supply circuit shall have a power factor not
exceeding 0.2 and the load circuit shall have a power factor
between 0.65 and 0.75. Prospective TRV Parameters shall be
set in accordance with Table III of IEC-62271-104-
1(2009).The test may be interrupted after every 10
operations, if necessary, to enable the components to cool
down to the ambient temperature.

12.2.6.2. Closed loop make –break operations (Test Duty No.2a & 2b)

If TRV parameters achieved in test duty 1 are equal or more

severe than the TRV parameters prescribed in Table IV-A of
IEC 62271-104-1(2009)for test duty 2a and 2b then test duty
2a and 2b need not be performed, otherwise tests comprising
test duties 2a and 2b described as under shall be performed:

(i) Transmission circuit closed loop make-break operation test

(Test Duty No.2a)-10 make-break operations shall be
performed at 800A/1600A/2000A.

(ii) Parallel transformer circuit make-break operation (Test

Duty No.2b)-10 make break operation shall be performed
at 800/1600/ 2000 A.

12.2.6.3. Making and breaking test at 5 % of mainly active load (Test

dutyNo.3).

Twenty make break operations shall be performed at 5 % of

the rated normal current with a test voltage of not less than
27.5 kV.

12.2.6.4. Line charging make-break operation (Test Duty No.4b)

Test shall be made at 100% and from 20% to 40% of rated

line charging current. 12 make-break operations at each
current shall be performed with contact separation distributed
at intervals of approximately 30 electrical degrees. If this is
not possible then 30 make break operations shall be
performed at random contact separation. The over voltages
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produced during switching shall not exceed 77.7kV (peak) at

single phase test voltage of 27.5 kV (rms) with earthed
neutral.

12.2.6.5. Short circuit making current test (Test Duty No.6)

Twenty close operations at 20 kA (peak) shall be performed.

Opening of the interrupter shall be done with supply
disconnected.

12.2.7. All the making and breaking tests shall be done on a single
Interrupter and no maintenance or reconditioning of the
contacts shall be permitted during the above test series.

12.2.8. Condition of the interrupter during make-break tests and short

time withstand current test:

12.2.8.1. During the test the interrupter shall neither show signs of
excessive distress nor endanger the operator. No disruptive
discharge between energized parts and earth shall occur
during the tests. There shall be no indication of significant
leakage current to the interrupter earthed
structure or screens whenever fitted during the tests. The
earthed parts should be connected to earth through a fuse
consisting of a copper wire of 0.1mm diameter and 5 cm
length. The fuse wire shall be intact after the tests.

12.2.8.2. Condition of the interrupter after make-break tests and Short

time withstand current test:

The mechanical functions and the insulation of the interrupter

shall be essentially in the same condition as before the tests.
The wear of the contacts shall not be disproportional. The
interrupter shall be capable of carrying rated normal current
and also capable of performing assigned duty provided in the
Clause 3.5 and 3.7 of the Specification. The interrupter should
withstand 95kV (rms) for 1 min in dry conditions

12.2.9. Rated short time withstand current & peak current withstand
test

This test shall be conducted as per IEC 62271-1(2007) or latest.

ie, 20kA (rms) for 3 seconds and 50 kA (peak) for Vacuum
Circuit Breaker, 8kA (rms) and 20 kA (peak) for Interrupter.

12.2.10. Line charging current switching test for Vacuum Circuit Breaker.
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This test shall be conducted as per clause 6.111.5.1 of IEC

62271-100 or latest. Test values shall conform as given in
SOGP.

12.2.11. Test to prove rated transient recovery voltage (TRV) for Vacuum
Circuit Breaker The measurement shall be done as per IEC:
62271-100 or latest.

12.2.12. Out of phase making and breaking test for Vacuum Circuit
Breaker This test shall be conducted as per IEC 62271-100or
latest at its rated out of phase breaking current.

12.2.13. Capacitor bank breaking current test for Vacuum Circuit Breaker

The test shall be carried out at rated single Capacitor Bank

Breaking Current generally as per IEC 62271-100 or latest. No
restrike shall occur during the test. The breaking current shall
conform to the guaranteed value.

12.2.14. Special Electrical Test (applicable for 25kV, VCB only)

Vacuum Circuit Breaker shall be subjected to short circuit

making and breaking capacity test at a current of 6.25kA for
duty cycle CO-15s-CO for 200 close-open operations. During
this test no part of Vacuum Circuit Breaker shall require any
inspection/maintenance, change of Vacuum Bottle or any other
part. The standard value of prospective TRV shall be taken as
64kV other conditions shall be similar to short circuit test
duties specified in IEC 62271-100 or latest. The test may be
interrupted once after every 10 CO operations if need arises to
enable the components to cooled down to ambient temperature.

12.2.15. Condition of Vacuum Circuit Breaker during the tests conducted

as per clause no. 12.2.5, 12.2.9, 12.2.10, 12.2.11, 12.2.12,
12.2.13, and 12.2.14 of this Specification shall conform as
under:

12.2.15.1. During these tests the Vacuum Circuit Breaker shall

neither show signs of excessive distress nor endanger the
operator. No disruptive discharge between energized parts and
earth shall occur during the test. There shall be no indication
of significant leakage current to the earth structure or screens
whenever fitted during the test. The earthed part shall be
connected to earth through a fuse consisting of copper wire of
0.11mm diameter and 5cm length. The fuse wire shall be
intact after the test.

12.2.16. Condition of Vacuum Circuit Breaker during the tests conducted

as per clause No.12.2.5, 12.2.9, 12.2.10, 12.2.11, 12.2.12,
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12.2.13, and 12.2.14 of this Specification shall conform as

under:

12.2.16.1. The mechanical functions and insulation of Vacuum Circuit

Breaker shall be essentially in the same condition as before
the test. The wear of the contacts shall not be disproportionate
to its original shape and size. The Vacuum Circuit Breaker shall
be capable of carrying its rated normal current and also
capable of performing its assigned duty provided in clause 3.7
of the Specification The Vacuum Circuit Breaker shall
withstand for 1 minute dry power frequency withstand
voltage 95KV rms.

12.2.17. Selected EMC preliminary test for Vacuum Circuit

Breaker/Interrupter for Magnetic actuated operating mechanism

Cl.No. Name of the Test & Applicable Criteria for successful

Description standards/Specifi passing of the tests
cation
12.2.17.1. EM radiated field IEC/EN 61000-4- (a) No unwanted trip
immunity test. 3 / latest in all frequency range
(80-10000 MHz). with both open and close
position of the VCB/BM.

(b) Correct trip at

stepped frequency 80-
100-120-180-240-320-
480- 40-960 MHz for
following operation: C/O;
C/Auxiliary O; C/
Protection Trip O;
C/Open Lock; c/Under
voltage O; Reclose
function.
12.2.17.2. Fast transients IEC/EN 61000-4- (a) No unwanted trip
immunity tests shall 4 / latest during disturbance
be done for severity injection with both open
level 4 for AC main (+/- and close position of
4 kV) and Binary VCB/BM (b) Correct trip
Input, Output (+/- 2kV) (absence of anomalies)
of different modes. with open VCB/BM for
Criteria C/O operations.
12.2.17.3. Surge immunity test IEC/EN 61000-4- No degradation of
latest shall be done for 5/ performance shall occur
different severity levels latest during the injection of
from 1 to 4 for AC Main disturbances.
(+/- 4 kV) and Binary
Input/output (+/- 2 kV)
of different modes.
12.2.17.4. Radio frequency IEC/EN 61000-4- No unwanted trip during
conducted immunity 6/ latest disturbance injection
tests with both open and close
Position of VCB/BM
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Correct trip (absence of

anomalism) with open
VCB/BM for C/O
operations.

12.2.17.5. HF disturbances: IEC/EN61000-4- No unwanted trip during

damped oscillatory 10 / latest disturbance injection
wave 1 MHz – 100 kHz with both open and close
immunity tests Position of VCB/BM.
Correct trip (absence of
anomalism) with open
VCB/BM for C/O
operations.

12.2.17.6. Radiated emission test Class 9.1 of As per EN 55011/CISPR

normative EN 11/ latest for class A –
55011/CISPR 11/ Qualipeak Limits-
latest for class 40.00 dBmV/m of
A groups I VCB/BM
equipment’s

12.3. The Tenderer may quote separately the charges for short circuit test
Duties, short time withstand current and peak current withstand test,
line charging breaking current tests, test to prove rated TRV, short line
fault tests, out of phase making and breaking tests, capacitor bank
breaking current test, measurement of RIV level and special electrical
tests as per clause 12.2.5, 12.2.6, 12.2.7, 12.2.8, 12.2.9, 12.2.10,
12.2.11, 12.2.12. No test charge shall be payable for any other test.

12.4. If the prototype of the Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor conforming

to the Specification has been approved for earlier supplies to Indian
Railways, testing of prototype again may be waived provided that no
changes in the design and/ or materials used have been made. For
this purpose the successful Tenderer/manufacturer shall approach
Purchaser/DG (TI), RDSO Lucknow with complete documents to
ascertain whether the equipment is identical to the prototype approved
earlier. Once prototype approval is accorded after conducting all or
part of the type tests by RDSO, the prototype approval shall normally
be valid subject to the no change of design, material and the process
adopted for prototype.
Normally, once complete prototype test are performed, at the
time of renewal, only in-house type tests shall be done. However,
RDSO may demand conducting consistency type test

12.5. Only after clear written approval of the prototype is communicated by

Purchaser/DG/TI/, RDSO Lucknow to the successful Tenderer/
manufacturer, they shall take up bulk manufacture of the Vacuum
Circuit Breaker/Interruptor which shall be strictly with the same
design, material and process as adopted for the prototype. In no
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circumstances the material from sources other than those approved in

the design/drawings and / or the prototype shall be used for bulk
manufacture.

12.6. The successful Tenderer/manufacturer can furnish copies of type test

reports as per relevant IS/IEC for all the important items including
items listed at Annexure ‘B’. Suitable monogram in the form of
engraving/embossing or other similar means shall be provided for each
of these items to identify their manufacturer/ source and shall be
verified during the prototype inspection.

12.7. Details of the important parts and sub-assemblies listed at Annexure B

shall be furnished by the successful Tenderer/manufacturer to
DG/(TI), RDSO Lucknow for record.

12.8. Routine tests

Every Circuit Breaker/ interrupter shall be subjected to the routine tests

at the manufacturer’s works as per Clause 7 of IEC 62271-100 or latest.
Routine test reports of items / components used shall be made available
to the testing authority. The routine test comprise –

Sl.No. Name of the Test Refer Clause

(i) Rated one minute power frequency dry 12.8.1
withstand voltage test on the Main circuit
(ii) Dielectric test on control and auxiliary circuits 12.8.2
(iii) Measurement of contact resistance of main 12.8.3
circuit
(iv) Mechanical operation tests 12.8.4

(v) Design and visual checks 12.8.5

12.8.1. Rated one –minute Power Frequency Dry withstand Voltage Test

The VCB/BM Power frequencies dry withstand voltage. Test on

complete Circuit Breaker/Interrupter by applying 95kV for 1
minute.

12.8.2. Dielectric tests on control and auxiliary circuits

The control and auxiliary circuits shall withstand 2000V ac for

one minute after disconnecting spring charging motor. The
spring charging motor shall Withstand 1000 V ac for one
minute.

12.8.3. Measurement of contact resistance of main circuit

The resistance shall be measured by dc voltage drop. The

measured Value shall not exceed 1.2 times the value of
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resistance recorded before Temperature rise test during the

type tests approved by DG/(TI), RDSO.

12.8.4. Mechanical operation test

The test comprising five opening and five closing operations at

each of the rated, maximum and minimum control voltages ie.
at 110V dc, +10% and -15% for closing operations and at
110V dc -30% for opening Operations shall be performed. The
contact travel characteristics shall be recorded for each closing
and opening operations. The characteristics shall be within the
tolerances specified in SOGP/ type test values Approved by DG/
(TI), RDSO.

12.8.5. Design & visual check

The Circuit Breaker shall be checked to verify its complaints with

this Specification.
In particular following items shall be checked:

(i) Verification of dimension of equipment and assembly as per

drawings/datasheet approved by RDSO.

(ii) Verification of operation under local and remote.

(iii) Verification of clearances as per approved drawing.

(iv) Visual check of Quality of painting / galvanizing of cubicles

and mounting structure.

(v) Cubicle shall be dust and vermin proof conforming to IP 55

of IEC: 60529-2001/IS: 13947(Part-1) 1993.

(vi) Fasteners used in various assemblies shall be of stainless

steel for 12mm dia or below and those above 12mm may
be hot dip galvanized or stainless steel.

(vii) Verification of behavior under local electrical command

while on
Local/ remote selector switch is in remote and vice versa,
the Vacuum Circuit Breaker/ Interrupter should not
operate.

(viii) Verification of manual opening and closing operation for

spring-spring operating mechanism.

(ix) Verification of emergency device for opening of Vacuum

Circuit Breaker in the event of failure as per clause 5.3 (d).
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(x) Verification of rated operating sequence.

(xi) Verification of Interlocking.

The Vacuum Circuit Breaker should not close either on

remote or on local (Mechanical or Electrical) if key of the
Interlocking key is removed from the Vacuum Circuit
Breaker operating mechanism.

(xii) Measurement of spring charging time for spring-spring

operating mechanism.

(xiii) Verification of contact wear indicator.

(xiv) Measurement of current drawn by the motor for spring-

spring operating mechanism.

(xv) Verification of function of tripping device in the event of

110 V DC Supply failure (CTD) or DC voltage dropping
below 85 ± 3V in CTD of Vacuum Circuit Breaker.

(xvi) Verification of function of anti-pumping device for Vacuum

Circuit Breaker

(xvii) Measurement of resistance of operating coils.

(xviii) Verification of wiring and numbering of cables.

(xix) Verification of signal positions for close/ trip and spring

charged/ spring discharged.

(xx) Verification of make, type designation and rating of Parts/

Components.

(xxi) Verification of name plate details.

(xxii) Verification of type and routine test reports of parts/

components used.

(xxiii) Checking of proper fixing and support of springs, relays,

Gauges and tripping/ closing coils.

(xxiv) Checking of free movement of armature of opening and

closing Coils for spring-spring operating mechanism.

13. The Tenderer shall specifically indicate in a statement attached with

his offer, his compliance with each clause and sub clause of the
Specification. A separate statement shall be attached either the offer
indicating references to the clauses where the Tenderer deviate there
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from together with the detailed remarks/justification. If either the

statements of the compliance or a statement of deviation is not
attached with the offer, it is not likely to be considered. For the reason
that it is an incomplete offer which can not be properly evaluated and
compare with other offers if any. If there are no deviations, a ‘NIL’
statement shall be attached.

14. Following drawings/ documents to be furnished along with the tender:

(i) Full dimensioned General Arrangement drawing indicating

clearances, fixing arrangement of the mounting structure on the
foundation.

(ii) Schematic drawing.

(iii) QAP for the equipment

(iv) ISO certification

(v) List of essential plant, machinery and testing facilities.

(vi) Type test report for relevant rating as per RDSO /IEC
Specification.

(vii) List of supplies and performance reports for the tendered

equipment from user railway/ other customer.

(viii) Information furnished in the schedule of guaranteed technical

performance, data and other particulars (Annexure A & B) shall be
complete in all respects. If there is any entry like ‘shall be furnished
later’ or blanks are left against any item, the tender is not likely to
be considered as such omissions cause delays in finalizing the
tender.

15. Technical data and drawing to be furnished by successful Tenderer/

manufacturer

15.1. Details of the important parts and sub-assemblies listed at Annexure B

shall be furnished by the successful Tenderer/ manufacturer to RDSO
after award of contract.

15.2. The successful Tenderer shall submit the following details/

dimensioned drawings as per Indian Railways Standard in sizes of
210mm x 297mm or any integral multiples thereof for approval.

(i) Name / rating plate both in English and Hindi

(ii) General assembly showing mounting arrangement and overall

Dimensions and bill of materials as per SOGP.
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(iii) Schematic and wiring diagram with explanation sheet.

(iv) Cross-section of interrupting chamber indicating the arcing/

main Contacts and nozzle (s) or of the Vacuum Bottle a case may
be.

(v) Details of main, fixed and moving contacts and arcing contacts.

(vi) Operating and coupling mechanism of complete Vacuum Circuit

Breaker along with schematic diagram showing the mechanical
linkages with explanation sheet.

(vii) Detailed drawings for springs for closing and opening.

(viii) Full details of all sealing points with details of O rings and
gaskets.

(ix) Details of Terminal Connector.

(x) Details of porcelain hollow insulators for support and interrupting

chamber.

(xi) Plain mass concrete foundation, drawing and design

calculations.

(xii) Design calculation for structural safety along with the details of
Supporting Structure.

(xiii) Erection, Commissioning, Operation and maintenance manual.

(xiv) Details of main parts/ sub assembly as per Annexure B.

(xv) Any other drawing considered necessary by the successful

tender/ manufacturer and / or Purchaser.

15.3. Numbering of drawings shall be so structured as to give information

about total number of drawings , data sheets/ instructions sheets
relating to the contract for example a drawing designated as “D307
[4-12] sheet 2 of 5’’ denotes that :

(i) D 307 is the drawing number – the choice of which is left to the
successful Tenderer.

(ii) It is the 4th drawing out of a total set of 12 drawings / datasheet

the contract.

(iii) It is the 2nd sheet out of total 5 sheets and

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15.4. Cross reference of identical drawing if approved for earlier contract

shall be given in the drawing information required during
commissioning and maintenance of equipment shall be shown in
greater detail.

15.5. After approval, six copies of approved drawings along with 2 set of
reproducible prints shall be supplied to each consignee. Drawings shall
be made in Auto CAD, for approval to RDSO. Two sets of approved
drawings of hard copies, one copy of RTF and one set in pen drive in
Auto CAD R14 / latest shall be sent to RDSO for record.

15.6. Space earmarked for assigning RDSO’s drawing number shall be

available on the right hand top side of each drawing. Numbering shall
be allotted by RDSO after approval of drawing.

15.7. Five copies of the approved erection, commissioning, operation and

maintenance manual shall be supplied to each consignee, in case order
is more than 10 nos. In case order is less than 10 nos two copies of
manual shall be supplied. Two copies of manuals shall be supplied to
the Purchaser/DG (TI), RDSO, Lucknow (India) for record.

15.8. Drawings approved by RDSO after prototype approval shall be

submitted for the future contracts also till the validity of prototype
approval with a clear certification on the drawing that design, process
and material have not been changed in the design of the subject
equipment from the prototype already approved by RDSO.

16. Erection, Testing and commissioning

The Circuit Breaker/Interrupter shall be erected and commissioned by

the Purchaser / manufacturer. However, in case a defect/ deficiency is
noticed, the manufacturer/ successful Tenderer will have to depute his
engineer for necessary remedial action without any cost to the
Railways. In all the cases in which an order is placed either on new
manufacturer or for a new type/ design of the Circuit
Breaker/Interrupter, services of manufacturer’s engineer shall be
made available during the erection and proving/ pre commissioning
test for the first order of their Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor free
of cost. For this purpose, prior intimation regarding the date and
location shall be given by the purchaser to the successful Tenderer/
manufacturer.

17. Spares

The Tenderer shall furnish along with his offer, a list of spares (with
cost) Recommended by him for maintenance of Circuit
Breaker/Interrupter for a period of 10 years. The list should include
gaskets/ O rings, parts which are likely to wear and items requiring
replacement/ replenishment, besides other items recommended by the
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manufacturer. The successful Tenderer shall give an undertaking to

the effect that he shall supply the required spares for the total life of
the equipment (i.e. 25 years approx.).

18. Training of Indian Railway’s Engineers

The offer shall include the training of two engineers of the Indian
Railways free of cost at the manufacture’s works in India or abroad
and at the maintenance depots/ workshops on a railway system or
other public utility where Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor of
similar/ identical design are in operation. The total duration of training
for each engineer shall be two weeks of which approximately one
weeks will be at manufacturer’s works and one weeks on a railway
system or other public utility. If the country of manufacturer is not
India, the cost to travel to that country and back will be borne by the
Indian Railways. Other details shall be settled at the time of finalizing
the contract/ Purchase order.

19. After sales - service

19.1. The successful Tenderer shall make necessary arrangements for

closely monitoring the performance of the Vacuum Circuit
Breaker/Interruptor through periodical (preferably once in two months
during warranty period) visit to the locations where they are erected
for observations and interactions with operating and maintenance
personnel of Indian Railways. Arrangements shall also be made by the
successful Tenderer/ manufacturer for emergency/ stand by spare
parts being kept readily available. To meet exigencies warranting
replacements so as to keep the Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor in
service with listed on time.

19.2. Successful Tenderer/ manufacturer shall respond promptly and in a

work man like manner to any call given by Indian Railway for any
assistance by way of attending to failures, investigations into the
causes of failures including the tests, if any, to be done and such other
items with a view to seeing that the Vacuum Circuit
Breaker/Interruptor serves for the purpose for which it is procured.
Besides, technical guidance to ensure proper operation and
maintenance of the Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor shall be
constantly rendered.

20. Packing and dispatch

20.1. The various components of each Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor

shall be securely packed in wooden crates/ boxes. General packing list,
together with weight and overall dimensions of each packing case shall
be furnished for each Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor indicating
the following.
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Crate/ Description of item/ Gross weight in Approximate

Box component in the crate/ kg outside
No. box dimensions

20.2. As far as possible, the gross weight of a crate/ box shall be so kept
that it shall be possible to manually handle it by two persons.

20.3. In case of overseas supplies, packing shall be sea worthy.

20.4. Necessary instructions for handling and storage shall also be furnished
for use at receiving end.

20.5. Porcelain housing/ support insulator shall be supplied securely packed

in wooden crates. Not more than two porcelain housing/ support
insulators shall be packed in a crate in order to facilitate manual
loading and unloading.

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Annexure ‘A’

Schedule of Guaranteed Performance Technical and other particulars for 25

kV, Single Pole/Double Pole/Pole Mounted Outdoor Type, Vacuum Circuit
Breaker / Interrupter, Guaranteed particulars are to be established by test
reports/ actual tests.

S.No. Description Unit of Values to

measurement be
supplied
by
manufact
urer
1. Maker’s Name
2. Country of Manufacture
3. Manufacturer’s type Designation
(i) Vacuum Circuit Breaker/
Interruptor pole
(ii) Operating mechanism
A RATING
4. Number of poles No.
5. Rated voltage kV
6. Voltage rating class as per standard kV
7. Rated normal current A
8. Rated frequency Hz
9. Rated insulation level of the Vacuum kV (rms)
Circuit Breaker/Interruptor One
minute dry and wet power frequency
withstand voltage

(i) Switching surge withstand kV (p)

voltage
(ii) Standard lighting impulse kV (p)
withstand voltage 1.2/ 50 μs
waveform ( full wave)
(iii) Corona extension voltage kV (rms)
10. Rated short circuit breaking current
(i) Symmetrical at a recovery kA
voltage of not less than the
highest system voltage
(ii) Asymmetrical at a recovery kA
voltage of not less than the
highest system voltage
(iii) Breaking capacity MVA
(symmetrical)

11. Rated making current kA peak

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12. Rated line charging breaking current A

13. Rated cable charging breaking current A
14. Rated small inductive breaking current A
15. Rated capacitor bank breaking current A
16. Rated short time current
(i) for 1 s kA
(ii) for 3 s kA
17. Rated operating sequence
18. Rated transient recovery voltage kV
19. Breaking current on out of phase kA (rms)
condition
B CONSTRUCTIONAL FEATURES
20. Number of breaks per pole
21. Total length of break per pole mm
Contact travel characteristics
(i)Length of contact travel mm
(ii)Closing speed(60% contact travel ) m/s
(iii)Opening speed 60% contact travel) m/s
(iv)Contact bounce mm (max)
(v)Bounce duration s (max)
(Please furnish a graph showing
contact travel characteristics)
22. Type of main contacts
23. Type of arcing contacts
24. Details of Vacuum Bottle
Make
Type designation
Voltage class kV
Total weight kg
25. Weight of pole assembly per pole per
Vacuum Circuit Breaker/Interruptor kg
26. Weight of operating mechanism Kg
27. Total weight of Vacuum Circuit Kg
Breaker/ Interruptor

28. Minimum electrical clearance

(i) between poles mm
(ii) between live part and earth mm
29. Minimum sectional clearance between mm
lowest live part and any part where a
person may stand
30. Minimum height of bottom most part mm
of any insulator from ground level
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31. Distance between centers of pole for mm

Double Pole Vacuum Circuit Breaker

32. Overall dimensions of the Vacuum

Circuit Breaker/Interruptor complete
with insulators, operating mechanism
cubicle etc. Mounted on the supporting
structure. mm
(i) Length
mm
(ii) Width
mm
(iii) Height
(Please furnish the General
Arrangement drawing with overall
dimension)
C OPERATING PARTICULARS
33. Closing time from the instant of closing Ms
coil energisation (max)
34. Opening time from the instant of trip Ms
coil energisation(max)
35. Make Time (max) Ms
36. Arcing Time
(i) At rated normal current ms
(ii) At rated short circuit ms
breaking current ms
(iii) At 60% of short circuit ms
breaking current ms
(iv) At 30% of short circuit ms
breaking current
(v) At 10% of short circuit ms
breaking current
37. Total break time from the instant of
trip coil energisation to the final
extinction of arc
(i) At rated normal current ms
(ii) At short circuit breaking ms
current
38. Rated restriking voltage kV
(i) Amplitude factor
(ii) Rate of rise at natural
frequency
(iii) Type and device used to limit
rate of rise of restriking
voltage
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39. Minimum time interval (t) permissible

between successive “CO” operation s
after first auto reclosure

40. Number of operations (close and open)

the Vacuum Circuit Breaker can No
perform with the available stored
energy
41. Number of operations permissible
without change of Vacuum Bottle
(i) At 50% of rated current No
(ii) At 100% of rated current No
(iii) At 50% of rated short circuit No
breaking current
(iv) At 100% of short circuit No
breaking current
42. Number of operations permissible
without replacement/ inspection of
contacts(min )
No
(i)At 50% of rated current
No
(ii)At 100% of rated current
No
(iii)At 50% of short circuit breaking
current No
(iv)At 100% of short circuit breaking
current
( A graph establishing the above two
parameters at SN 41 and 42 should be
enclosed )
43. First pole to clear factor (In case of
Double Pole Vacuum Circuit Breaker/
Interruptor
D OTHER TECHNICAL PARTICULARS
44. Maximum rise at temperature over an
ambient of 50˚C when carrying its
normal rated current continuously
(i) Main contacts of Vacuum ˚C
Bottle ˚C
(ii) Terminal when connected
with external connectors ˚C
(iii) Metal parts arcing as springs ˚C
(iv) Metal parts in contact with ˚C
insulators ˚C
(v) Auxiliary contacts
(vi) Operating coils
45. Power required for tripping / closing W
(max)
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46. Control circuit voltage with permissible

voltage variation
(i) Closing coil V dc +%/-
(ii) Tripping coil %
(iii) Contactors ( if any) V dc +%/-
(iv) any other item ( for which the %
Tenderer feels that the voltage is to V dc +%/-
be maintained within certain limits) %
V dc +%/-
%
47. Type of tripping / closing mechanism
48. Manual tripping / closing mechanism
(lever push button or any other
device)
49. Spring charging motor
(i) Make and type designation
(ii) Rating kW
(iii) Voltage with permissible V
variation kV (rms)
(iv) Power frequency withstand
voltage s
(v) Class of insulation
(vi) Time required by the motor W
to charge the spring(s) fully
(vii) Power required at normal
controlled voltage to charge
the spring IS/ IEC
(viii) Mode of protection
(ix) Specification of design and
testing
50. Springs- Closing / Opening

(i) No. of springs

(ii) Type (Compression/tension)
(iii) Specification of testing and IS/IEC
design
51. Porcelain Insulators Support
(i) Makers name and type Insulator
designation
(ii) Minimum creepage distance Interrupting
Chamber
Insulator
52. Insulation grade of PVC control wiring V
cable
53. Approximate height of close/trip switch
and socket for spring charging from
ground level.
54. Details of Operation counter:
(i) Make and type
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(ii) No. OF digits

55. Auxiliary Switch (contacts)
(i) Make and type
(ii) Normally open contacts Total Spare
(iii) Normally close contacts Total Spare
(iv) Continuous ratings of A
contacts A
(v) Breaking capacity of contacts No.
at 220V dc with inductive
load
(vi) Life (No. of operations)
56. Limit switch ( for spring charging
motors)
(i) Make and type A
(ii) Continuous ratings of contacts A
(iii) Breaking capacity of contacts
at 220V dc with inductive No
load
(iv) Life (No. of operations)
E OTHER DETAILS
57. Is the Vacuum Circuit Yes/No
Breaker/Interruptor having a common
drive
(For DP Vacuum Circuit Breaker and
Interrupter)?
58. Is a device for tripping the Vacuum CTD/No volt
Circuit Breaker, in the event of 85 V / relay
110V dc supply failure, provided? The
Vacuum Circuit Breaker should TRIP
automatically below 85 + / - 3 volts
(Indicate the type of the device)?
59. Does provision of trip circuit Yes/No
supervision exist?
60. Is electrical anti-pumping device Yes/No
provided?
61. Is mechanical closing device provided? Yes/No
62. Is local electrical closing & tripping Yes/No
device provided?
63. Is manual closing & tripping device Yes/No
provided?
64. Is terminal connector of VCB/BM Yes/No
provided?
65. Is mechanical tripping device Yes/No
provided?
66. Is handle/crank for manual charging of Yes/No
the closing spring provided?
67. Is operating counter visible without Yes/No
opening the mechanism door?
68. Are the mechanical close and open Yes/No
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indicator provided?
69. Are two positions LOCAL/REMOTE Yes/No
switch provided? Indicate type- (spring
loaded)
70. Are electrical and mechanical Yes/No
interlocks with keys provided?
71. Is the operating mechanism housed in Yes/No
a dust weather vermin proof cabinet of
2mm thick sheet steel construction?
(indicate the protection)
72. Is a heater provided for prevention of Yes/No
condensation of moisture in the
operating mechanism box?
73. Is three pin socket and inspection Yes/No
lamp provided?
74. The size and number of cable glands Dia No
provided. Dia No
75. What is the insulation grade of PVC V
cable used?
76. Are the cables terminated with Yes/No
crimped lugs?
77. Is ac and dc +ve & -ve wiring Yes/No
completely segregated?
78. Are the terminal blocks for wiring dust Yes/No
proof and provided with unbreakable
transparent shrouds?
79. Are the two distinct earthling terminals
provided with indication for earth?
(i) Support structure Yes/No
(ii) Operating mechanism cubicle Yes/No
80. Are fasteners of 12mm dia and less Yes/No
exposed to atmosphere of stainless
steel?
81. Are fasteners of more than 12mm dia Yes/No
of stainless steel or mild steel hot dip
galvanized?
82. If supervision for erection testing and Yes/No
commissioning is provided?
83. If training of two IR engineers be Yes/No
arranged for a total period of two
weeks?
84. Has list of spares been furnished? Yes/No
85. Has list of special maintenance tools Yes/No
furnished?
86. Has erection operation and Yes/No
maintenance manual furnished?
87. Does provision of slow opening and Yes/No
slow closing exists?
88. Have closing/tripping springs properly Yes/No
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fixed to prevent their misalignment?

89. If any deviations asked? Give number Clause No.
of clauses where deviation has been
asked for.
90. Is any external indicator for contact Yes/No
wire provided?
91. If painting of steel surfaces exposed to Yes/No
weather done to RDSO’s
Specifications?
92. If the support structure and operating Yes/No
mechanism cubicle hot dip galvanized?
93. Quantity of zinc or galvanization Kg/m2
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Annexure- ‘B’

The following information shall be furnished by the manufacturer/ supplier.

Sl. No. Description Unit of

measurement
1. Details of Permanent Magnet
a) Make
b) Type and its Material
c) Governing Specification
d) Maximum service temperature ie, the
max. temperature to which the magnet may
be exposed with no significant long range
Instability or structural changes.
e) Curie Temperature ie, the transition
temperature above which material loses its
Magnetic properties.

2. Capacitors used for opening and closing

a) Make
b) Description and Type
c) Type designation
d) Identification Mark
e) Governing Specification.
f) Rating
i) Capacity in Farad
ii) Operating voltage with permissible
variation

3. Electronic controller Unit

a) Description and Type
b) Type Designation
c) Identification Mark
d) Governing Specification

4. Proximity Switches
a) Make
b) Description and Type
c) Type designation
d)Rating

5. Vacuum Bottle

(i) Description and type Designation

(ii) Make
(iii)Rating
(iv)Identification mark.
(v)Item drawing No
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(vi)Geometry of contact
(vii)Governing Specification No.
(viii)Weight
(ix)Level of vacuum adopted
(x)Level of current chopping
(xi)Shelf life
6. Auxiliary contact

(i) Description and type Designation

(ii) Make
(iii)Identification mark
(iv)Item drawing No.
(v)Governing Specification No.
(vi)Rating
(a)Voltage
(b)Continuous Current
(c)Breaking and making Current
(d)Electrical & Mechanical life( No. of
operations)

7. Motor limit switch

(i)Description and type
(ii)Type designation
(iii)Make
(iv)Identification mark
(v)Governing Specification No.
(vi)Rating
(a)Voltage
(b)Continuous Current
(c)Breaking and making Current
(d)Electrical & Mechanical life( No. of
operations)
8. MCIRCUIT BREAKER’s

(i)Description and type

(ii)Type designation
(iii)Make
(iv)Identification mark
(v)Governing Specification No.
(vi)Rating
(a) Voltage
(b) Continuous Current
(c) Breaking and making Current
(d) Electrical & Mechanical life( No. of
operations)

9. Spring charging motor

(i) Description and type
(ii ) Type designation
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(iii) Make
(iv) Identification mark
(v) Governing Specification No.
(v) Rating
(a) Voltage(with permissible variation)
(b) Wattage
(c) Power frequency voltage withstand
(d) Class of insulation
(e) Time required by the motor to charge
the spring fully(max)
(f) Power required at normal control
voltage to charge the spring
(g) Mode of operation
10. Spring- Closing/ Tripping /Other

(i) Description and type

(ii) Type designation
(iii) Make
(iv) Identification mark
(v) Governing Specification No.
(vi) Drawing No.
(vii) Rating
(a) No. of springs
(b) Type(compression/ tension/spiral)
(c) No. of turns
(d) Gauge
(e) External diameter
(f) Stiffness
(g) Material
(f ) Force developed in
fully charged position
11. Operating coil
Closing Tripping

(i)Description and type

(ii)Type designation
(iii)Make
(iv)Identification mark
(v)Governing Specification No.
(vi)Rating
(a) Operating voltage
(with permissible variation)
(b) Power
(c) Resistance at 20˚ C
(d) Class of insulation

12. Operation counter

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(i)Description and type

(ii)Type designation
(iii)Make
(iv)Identification mark
(v)Governing Specification No.
(vi) No. of digits
13. Heater

(i)Description and type

(ii)Type designation
(iii)Make
(iv)Identification mark
(v)Governing Specification No
(vi)Rating
(a) Voltage V - ac
(b) Power W
(vii) Make and type designation of thermostat
(if used)

14. Interlock

(i)Description and type

(ii)Type designation
(iii)Make
(iv)Identification mark
(v)Governing Specification No
(vi)Electrical rating of switch used V dc A

15. “O” Ring and Gasket(Please furnish details for all

the varieties)
(i) Description and make
(ii) Dimension/Drawing No.
(iii) Material and Specification
16. Terminal connector

(i)Description and type

(ii)Type designation
(iii)Make
(iv)Identification mark
(v)Governing Specification No
(vi)Rating
(a) Voltage V ac
(b) Current A

17. Relays and contactors( please furnish details for all

the types of relays/ contactors used)

(i)Description and type

(ii)Type designation
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(iii)Make
(iv)Identification mark
(v)Governing Specification No
(vi)Rating
(a) Operating voltage range V±
(b) Pick up voltage V
(c) Drop out voltage V
(d) Burden V
(e) Auxiliary contact rating
(f) Guaranteed life
1. Electrical No. of
2. Mechanical operations
(g) Wiring details (drawing No.) No. of
operations
18. Shock Absorber
(i) Description and Type
(ii) Type Designation
(iii) Identification Mark
(iv) Governing Specification
(v) Type Brand and Specification of fluid
used (if any)

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